About
Clearwater Community Complex, Inc. (CCCI) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit formed in 2003.
CCCI was formed with one goal – bring back a community pool to Orofino.
Our Mission & Vision
Mission: Operate a public aquatic facility to increase health, water safety, and the aquatic education of Orofino’s area residents and visitors.
Vision: contributing to the quality of life for our community and for future generations through healthful, safe, fun, and welcoming aquatic experiences.
Why it Matters
In 1999, the original Orofino Pool was demolished due to age and irreparable damage, leaving two generations without safe swimming spaces or life-saving instruction.
The Orofino Pool project will meet the community’s need for swim lessons, aquatic PE, open swim, competitive training, and water safety. With Clearwater County having the oldest population in Idaho and residents traveling over an hour to the nearest pool, there is also strong demand for aquatic therapy, rehabilitation, and low-impact exercise. The heated indoor pool will include a lift and zero-entry access for seniors and those with mobility challenges.
Future Facility
The Orofino Aquatic Center will feature two beautiful pools and a modern support building:
Outdoor Pool: An 8-lane, 25-yard competition pool with deep sections ready for future diving.
Indoor Pool: A warm, welcoming recreation and lesson pool with two lap lanes, a zero-entry ramp, and shallow areas for all ages.
Support Building: Complete with family restrooms and showers, a snack bar, pro shop, lifeguard and first aid rooms, party spaces, and more.
About Us
The Clearwater Community Complex, Inc. Board of Directors is made up of dedicated community members committed to enhancing the quality of life in Orofino by bringing a much-needed aquatic facility to life. Composed of passionate individuals united in seeing this vision succeed, the board strives to create a safe, welcoming, and fun space for all ages to enjoy.
CCCI Board of Directors
President – Susan Jacobson
Vice President – Denise Hedrick
Treasurer – Steve Clack
Secretary – Barbara-Lee Jordan
Members – Pam Steinbrucker, Ed McCormick, Jen Runia
The goal is to raise funds to build a state-of-the-art aquatic center offering year-round recreation and wellness for the community. Owned by CCCI, the Orofino Pool will provide a fun, healthy place for residents to stay active, connect, and strengthen community spirit.
With your support, we can make this vision a reality. Together, we can create a lasting legacy for our community now and for future generations to enjoy.
Join us in making this dream come true!
F.A.Q.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where will it be located?
130 Deerfield Avenue, along the creek behind P1FCU on land generously donated by the Simpson Family.
Will this be a giant sport and community complex?
No. this site will be for an aquatics complex housing an outdoor competition pool and a year-round indoor pool. There will be three party/ activity rooms in the main building. All efforts are focused toward that plan.
Who will operate the pool?
CCCI, the nonprofit will operate the pool. Just like any other community nonprofit group like a YMCA pool, a Boys and Girls Club, etc.
Will the City of Orofino take it over?
NO. It is more cost effective and more responsive for the nonprofit to operate the pool based on examples from other communities. The current CCCI Board of Directors will NOT be asking the City to do that and further delay the project.
How much money was there from earlier efforts?
With interest from the investment accounts there was a total of $80,431.37 that collected interest while it patiently waited for this day.
How will CCCI pay for the construction of such a big projects?
Through grants, donations, fundraising and foundation support. NO SPECIAL TAX.
How will CCCI afford to run the pool.
CCCI has identified several ways to make the funds anticipated for operational costs such as memberships, lessons, parties, private rentals, fitness classes, school PE, therapy sessions, snack bar and partnerships
What happened to the money originally raised in earlier years?
The Treasurer safeguarded the funds in the bank accounts until 2024. When the board was able to move forward seriously with the pool, some of the funds were used to pay for expenses associated with design and planning. The remainder of those funds are designated for the commemorative tiles.
I donated money along the way, do you still have my name?
CCCI has all of the original donor records and all tile and recognition will be honored. Thank you!
How can I get involved?
Sign up for a committee, donate, help raise funds or speak with a CCCI Board Member.